Yi Fusheng shook his head upon hearing Lang Rishi Songzan's words, "Zhanpu, a thousand war horses and three thousand catties of highland barley wine, isn't this too much of a joke? Are you trying to dismiss a beggar? "
The sharpness of his words was obvious.
Yi Fusheng wasn't afraid or worried at all. Instead, he was full of confidence. Because on the way from the border to Qiongba, Yi Fusheng realized that the current situation in Tibet had reached its most dangerous point.
If he wasn't careful, a war would break out.
Lang Rishi Songzan wanted to maintain peace in Tubo and smoothly achieve the change of power. He couldn't flip the table, so Yi Fusheng could do whatever he wanted.
He didn't need to worry about Lang Rishi Songzan.
Lang Rishi Songzan's face was full of smiles as he explained, "Mister Yi, it's not that I'm unwilling. If I can take it out, then there's nothing to say. But ten thousand war horses and fifty thousand catties of highland barley wine, I really can't take it out. "
Lang Rishi Songzan continued, "Mister Yi, I'll do some calculations for you."
"My Tubo isn't like the Central Plains."
"The imperial court doesn't control everything."
"Although the tribes of Tubo respect me as their lord, they are all independent and only listen to my orders in name. If I ask them to send out their troops, they might send out their troops if there's a common interest. "
"But it's impossible for them to fork out money, food, and war horses, no one is a fool."
Lang Rishi Songzan continued, "Not to mention, Adjunct Yi is wise and observant. You should know that the current Tubo is in a fight between the old and new nobles. Because of this, all the resources and power I have are used on this. It's extremely crucial. It's impossible for me to take out so many warhorses, wine, and other supplies! "
Tubo's situation might be hidden from the common people. But it was impossible to hide it from Yi Fusheng.
Lang Rishi Songzan was clear about this.
So, he explained it directly.
He spoke so honestly and directly revealed his background. Yi Fusheng couldn't force him.
Yi Fusheng thought for a moment and said, "Zhanpu, although Tubo is in trouble internally, I can't just give you a thousand war horses and three thousand catties of highland barley wine. I can't answer to Ping Xi Wang. I can make the decision to send Songzan Gambu as a hostage, and I won't force you. But you have to make a public apology and give adequate compensation. That's a must. "
Lang Grisong praised: "Adjunct Yi, give me a definite answer and tell me a more reliable compensation plan. Tufan really can't afford the previous compensation. "
Yi Fusheng rolled his eyes and thought carefully.
Moments later, Yi Fusheng said, "How about this? My demands aren't high. I'll take a step back. Five thousand warhorses and fifty thousand catties of highland barley wine. I'll cut it in half and give Zan Pu enough face. "
Lang Grisong praised, "Lieutenant Yi, I'm not a stingy person, nor am I unwilling to compensate. In fact, I don't have the ability to do so. I don't have that much compensation. "
"How about this? Three thousand warhorses and ten thousand catties of highland barley wine. But I have another condition. Ping Xi Wang wants to release Kun Mi, Jin Babu, and the rest of the captured Tibetan soldiers. "
"This is my greatest sincerity."
"If Ping Xi Wang is still unwilling under this premise, then there is nothing to negotiate."
"If Ping Xi Wang wants to fight, then I'll accompany him to the end."
Lang Grisong's tone gradually turned harsh as he said, "Even if I don't want to fight, I have no other choice under this premise."
Yi Fusheng listened to Lang Grisong's words and pondered inwardly.
Three thousand warhorses.
Ten thousand catties of highland barley wine.
This could only be regarded as a barely acceptable condition, but it was indeed Lang Grisong's limit. It was impossible for him to take out more.
If he pushed too hard, the gains would not make up for the losses.
Yi Fusheng said in a deep voice, "Forget it. Zan Pu treats people with sincerity. Since he has already said so, it would be unreasonable for me to refuse. Three thousand warhorses and ten thousand catties of highland barley wine, I agree. Although this condition is somewhat difficult to explain to Your Highness, but Zan Pu is a sincere person. I'm willing to make it clear to Your Highness. "
Lang Grisong praised, "Adjunct Yi is benevolent and righteous. This King can't thank you enough. I'll collect all the warhorses and wine as soon as possible. I'll finish collecting them within a month and send all the goods to the border. "
Yi Fusheng shook his head and said, "Zan Pu, a month is too long. I'll stay in Chumba for a day, and then I'll return with food and warhorses. "
Lang Grisong frowned, but just as he was about to speak, Yi Fusheng said, "Zan Pu, I've already made a concession. There's no room for discussion about the compensation."
Lang Grisong praised, "No problem."
Lang Grisong wanted to delay, but Yi Fusheng was unwilling, so he could only agree. Lang Grisong changed the topic and said, "Adjunct Yi, the agreement has been reached. This King has prepared a banquet in the palace to welcome you. "
"Men, serve the food and wine."
Lang Grisong directly ordered.
With a command, the soldiers who were already prepared entered in a single file. They brought in the wine and meat and placed them in front of everyone. Lang Grisong raised his cup and saluted Yi Fusheng, saying, "Adjunct Yi's talent is worthy of being called a national scholar. Pacifying West King has Adjunct Yi as his assistant. This King is really envious. "
"Adjunct Yi, please!"
Lang Grisong finished speaking and drank the wine.
"Zan Pu, please!"
Yi Fusheng appeared very calm, smiling and drinking in response. He had completed his mission this time, and at the same time, he also understood the current situation in Tubo. The next step would be easier to deal with Tubo.
Following Lang Grisong's toast, the rest also began to toast.
Yi Fusheng naturally did not refuse anyone.
After three rounds of wine and five dishes.
Everyone was talking about some interesting things. Things from all over the world were not related to government affairs, so the atmosphere was more harmonious, without the slightest sign of hostility from before.
Holding the wine cup, Songzan Gambu suddenly said, "Adjunct Yi, this Prince has a question. Isn't it a bit of a waste of talent for someone like Adjunct Yi to only serve as a military adjunct under Pacifying West King? A person like Adjunct Yi, with the talent of a national scholar, is really wronged in a mere Yi Province. "
After a pause, Songzan Gambu said, "Why don't Adjunct Yi come to Tubo? Our Tubo will certainly entrust Adjunct Yi with an important task. At least, he will be the same as Great Minister Shang Zan, the Great Minister who assists the King."
Hearing Songzan Gambu's words, Shang Zan nodded in approval. Songzan Gambu's words were right.
Lang Grisong Gambu also nodded.
Both of them were very satisfied with Songzan Gambu's response. It was okay to try Yi Fusheng.
Yi Fusheng put down the wine cup in his hand with a chuckle and said seriously, "Yi Fusheng is very grateful for Your Highness's kindness. But Yi Fusheng can't agree with Your Highness. The reason is actually very simple. Pacifying West King rose from insignificance, and in a short time, he has established such a great foundation. He has the talent to conquer the world. "
"Birds of a feather flock together. Pacifying West King is wise and powerful, and the generals and strategists under his command are all extremely powerful. Each of them has a military strategy in mind. Whether it is the art of ruling a country or marching an army to war, they are all incomparably skilled."
"Although I have a meager strength, in fact, it is far from enough under Your Highness's command."
"Compared with the others, I am a lot worse."
"To be able to follow Your Highness is already a great fortune for me. How can I have other thoughts? Now that I'm serving as a military adviser, I'm in fear and trepidation, afraid that I won't do well. "
After a pause, Yi Fusheng continued, "I can't agree with Your Highness's kindness. Speaking of which, it's not a bad thing for Your Highness to go to Yizhou. If you don't leave Tubo, Your Highness won't know the thickness of the sky and the high ground. You won't know that there are mountains beyond mountains and people beyond men. Only when you really see it will you know the vastness of the outside world. "
Songzan Gambu's cheeks twitched.
He deliberately said that Yi Fusheng would find it difficult to display his strength under Du Qi's command. He wanted to test Yi Fusheng. But he didn't expect that after Yi Fusheng's words, he would turn around and talk about him instead.
It must be known that Songzan Gambu was a Tubo Prince with a noble status. But Yi Fusheng said that Songzan Gambu was ignorant and inexperienced, especially with a look of good for Songzan Gambu.
But Songzan Gambu couldn't refute it.
Songzan Gambu took a deep breath and said with a smile, "I will definitely go to Yizhou to pay you a visit next year. For the time being, there is no such opportunity. Adviser Yi, let me toast you again. "
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